IP Licensing Manager

Responsibilities

• Drive IP sourcing strategy, including roadmapping, benchmarking, and evaluation of third-party IP solutions and suppliers
• Lead technical engagements with suppliers, including requirements definition, design alignment, and technical negotiations
• Advise and support Procurement in commercial negotiations through cost modeling and technical trade-off analysis
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and escalations throughout program execution
• Own financial tracking, forecasting, and decision support for IP licensing activities
• Ensure compliance with licensing agreements and internal governance processes

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in semiconductor development (design, verification, systems, or related areas)
• Experience leading cross-functional projects or programs in a technical environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with third-party IP sourcing, evaluation, or integration in SoC development
• Experience working directly with external suppliers and influencing technical outcomes
• Familiarity with licensing concepts and participation in contract or supplier negotiations
• Experience with cost modeling, financial analysis, or budgeting

About the Company

NXP enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As a world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP pushes boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.